DIRECTOR, INTERNAL AUDIT AND RISK ASSURANCE – Grade ACA 2  

Job Reference: ACA/ DIAR/2 (1 POST): Basic Salary - KSHS 180,093 - 5 -Year Contract, Renewable Once.

Job Specifications

The Director, Internal Audit and Risk assurance is responsible to the Audit & Risk Committee functionally and administratively to the Executive Director for: -

a) Managing the core functions of the Internal Audit and Risk Department
b) Coordinating implementation of the vision, mission, set goals and objectives of the Authority;
c) Coordinating the preparation of respective board papers;
d) Oversees the development and continuous review and assessment of the internal audit and corporate risk management strategies, policies, guidelines, procedures and frameworks;
e) Coordinates the development and implementation of a flexible risk based annual internal audit plan using risk-based support models and methodologies;
f) Provides leadership in the establishment and implementation of an integrated internal audit system in accordance with Sec 73 of the Public Finance Management Act 2012 and International Auditing Standards;
g) Monitors the efficiency of operations within the organization and ensures that all Authority’s resources are utilized prudently and optimally;
h) Provides oversight of other controls and monitoring functions related to risk management, compliance, security, ethics, and environmental issues;
i) Coordinates audit reviews of the effectiveness of risk management process and the adequacy of internal controls in the Authority;
j) Advises the management on organizational changes through formulation of new policies and procedures emanating from audit engagements;
k) Oversees audit programs and testing procedures to ensure appropriateness for the areas in scope to conform to regulation, policies, departmental procedures, and professional standards;
l) Oversees performance of scheduled, ad hoc audit investigations and forensic audits as may be required and submits reports of findings to the Audit and Risk Committee of the Board;
m) Coordinates follow-up audits to ensure implementation of audit recommendations;
n) Oversees divisional capacity building by organizing periodic training workshops to promote awareness of governance, risk management, and internal controls among the Authority’s stakeholders;
o) Coordinates the development and implementation of fraud and unethical behavior prevention programs driven by risk-based support;
p) Oversees the preparation of annual and performance reports in regards to Risk and Audit;
q) Oversees the preparation of Risk and Audit reports to the Authority’s Management and to the Board Risk and Audit committee;
r) Coordinates performance of special analyses and reviews, including compliance, instances of alleged fraud and unethical misconduct by the employees of the Authority; and
s) Coordinates the reviewing of reports on the accuracy, timeliness and relevance of the financial and other organizational information that is provided for management.

Person Specifications

For appointment to this position, the person must have: -

a) A Masters degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
b) A Bachelors degree in Social Science, Business Administration or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
c) Professional qualification and membership to a professional body where applicable;
d) A minimum period of twelve (12) years’ cumulative work experience;
e) At least six (6) years relevant work experience in management;
f) Proficiency in computer applications; and
g) Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

How to Apply

If you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please send your application attaching a copy of your national Identity card, copies of academic certificates and other testimonials to the contacts below not later than 15th MAY 2024.

The Executive Director
Anti-counterfeit Authority
National Water Plaza, 3rd floor
Dunga Road, Industrial Area
P.O. Box 47771-00100
NAIROBI

Mandatory requirements

All applicants MUST apply using the ACA Job application Form.

Applicants should attach the dully filled ACA job application form, relevant academic and professional certificates and other testimonials and sent through the post office or hand delivered to our offices or sent through This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

All application envelopes MUST be referenced as per the position applied for.

Please note that only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted and they are expected to prove their compliance with Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 by obtaining and presenting clearance certificates from the following organizations during the interview;

1. Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
2. Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);
3. Criminal Investigation Department (CID);
4. Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC);
5. Credit Reference Bureau (CRB); and
6. Any other relevant supporting documents.

The Anti-Counterfeit Authority is committed to implementing the provisions of the constitution chapter 231(1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities, THEREFORE ,PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES,THE MARGINALIZED AND THE MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their national Identity card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts during interviews.

It is a criminal offense to present fake certificates/documents.

All applicants where applicable are required to avail original letters of appointment to the current posts during the interviews.

Any attempt to directly or indirectly canvas shall lead to automatic disqualification.

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